Philadelphia
From the Editor
Editor’s Note: Making the argument for more newsworthy political debates
Debates offer an opportunity for candidates to distinguish themselves; but most Philly mayoral hopefuls seem to tow the same line.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Philly mayoral hopefuls share their vision for the city’s arts and culture sectors during debate
Last week, candidates offered glimpses into how they would support Philadelphia’s creative and cultural economy.
Budget
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney’s final budget by the numbers
Kenney delivered his final budget address Thursday, offering a $6.1 billion proposal.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
From shining shoes to shaping policy, Allan Domb is planning Philadelphia's path forward
The real estate broker and former City Council member is relying on his private and public sector expertise to attract voters to his mayoral campaign.
Philadelphia
Cherelle Parker’s latest pitch: ‘Cherelle Parker wants to be Philly’s next mayor’
The former state rep, City Councilmember and now lobbyist is banking on her legislative accomplishments to propel her to victory.
News & Politics
Joanna McClinton becomes first female House Speaker after Mark Rozzi resigns
Rozzi said he was resigning because he accomplished what he wanted to do – and to make way for McClinton.
Philadelphia
5 times Darrell Clarke clashed with Jim Kenney on policy
The longstanding Philadelphia City Council president announced Thursday he will not seek reelection.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Rebecca Rhynhart is running to be Philly’s 100th mayor – the first female to lead the city
The former city controller has made her mastery of the city’s finances a leading message throughout her campaign.
From the Editor
Editor's Note: The Temple graduate student strike exposes educational fault lines
This has proven to be the most contentious and fractured fight in the union’s 30-year history.
Criminal Justice
Josh Shapiro calls on General Assembly to abolish the death penalty
The governor said he would grant a reprieve to any capital punishment warrant that comes across his desk.
Education
Philly’s Board of Education mayoral appointment process: A City & State analysis
Philadelphia’s school board is appointed, not elected – for better and for worse.
From the Editor
Editor’s Note: Philadelphia could use a lesson in school board transparency
A mayor-appointed BOE gives the impression that board members are beholden to the mayor and his interests.
Capitol Beat
From Walt Wit beer to Angus beef – here are Josh Shapiro and Jim Kenney’s major Super Bowl bets
Leaders from around Philadelphia and Kansas City are making friendly wagers ahead of the big game.
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Capitol Beat
State Senate postpones Larry Krasner’s impeachment trial indefinitely
The trial, originally set to begin Jan. 18, is up in the air following a Commonwealth Court ruling.
Philadelphia
SEPTA signs agreement to make it easier for minority-owned businesses to work with the transit system
Philly and Chicago have signed an agreement that would allow small and minority-owned businesses to work for both agencies under one certification.
Philadelphia
Who’s running for mayor in Philadelphia?
Update for Friday, March 24, 2023.
Capitol Beat
7 stories you might have missed this year
We look back at some of City & State’s favorite stories from 2022.
Transportation
Nearly 30 years after the ADA, local transit agencies are getting federal funds to make them more accessible
Philly and Pittsburgh are among the cities receiving money from the Federal Transit Administration
Law Enforcement
Philly getting a big chunk of federal dollars to address gun violence and violent crime
Wolf announced $25 million dollars will be allocated to Philadelphia police, including $20 million for the DA’s office.
Economic Development
